1980 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (290 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1980 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Electra | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |